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Lodging at Orient Land Trust
Orient Land Trust is a 501(c)3 non-profit, currently protecting over 2,200 acres in the northern San Luis Valley. We count on the tax-deductible support
of our generous members to continue our land preservation work, and the ability to make advance reservations is based on your OLT Membership level.
Non-members can reserve up to two weeks in advance -
See Member Benefits to see how to reserve up to 3
months in advance!
The following accommodations
are available at OLT / Valley View:
(Click on the icons for info and photos)
2 small rustic cabins - Aspen and Cedar
3 large rustic cabins - Cottonwood, Willow, and Elm
The Oak House communal lodge
The Sunset House, similar to motel rooms
Tent Camping
Vehicle Camping
Lodging prices are in addition to the seasonal overnight fee for each adult age
16 and over.
See Rate Information
for additional details and specific pricing examples.
Vehicle Camping Loop
Approximately 21 sites spaced out along a quarter-mile dirt road loop.
Availability may be limited by mud or snow, so please call to check on
conditions, especially from November through early-May. Sites I through Q are often closed in the winter months.
All sites are "primitive" without hookups,
though several are in reach of outlets if you have a long extension cord
(50'-100'). In general there are:
No Pull-Through sites ~ No Hook-ups ~ No Dump Stations ~ No Use of Generators
(sound carries everywhere here and generators can be heard in every campsite and pond!)
What we DO have...
Spectacular Views ~ Clean Air and Pure Water ~ Beautiful Sunsets ~ Incredible Starry Nights ~ 24-hour access to Pools and Ponds
The vehicle camping area is mostly out in the open, though there are
some shady spots on the east side of the loop. Many sites - particularly those
on the west side overlooking the valley - have dramatic views. All sites
have a picnic table. IMPORTANT NOTE: Campfires are no longer permitted at individual
campsites due to chronic drought conditions and fire safety concerns. There is a large fire pit and free firewood in the Picnic Pavilion in the center of the Vehicle Camping Loop. Campers have
use of all facilities including the Oak House kitchen and dining area. Though
the loop is designed for campers, trailers, and RVs, you may tent camp here
though you must specifically reserve a Vehicle site (not a Tent site).There is a $5 per night charge for Vehicle sites in addition to the nightly per adult admission fee.
Important: We take camping reservations 7 days a week from May through October. During the summer and early fall, campsites end up full virtually every weekend AND on many weeknights, so reservations are HIGHLY recommended. We are now reserving specific Vehicle sites! See below for photos and descriptions of each site A through W.
Note: Site U is for Handicapped Parking / Camping ONLY.
Site "A"
View of Valley? Yes
Shade? No
Suitable for Larger RVs? No
Nearby Electric? No
The closest vehicle campsite to the Oak House
Small, not very private
Sites "B - C - D"
View of Valley? Yes
Shade? No
Suitable for Larger RVs? Yes
Nearby Electric? Yes - 100 feet
Three adjacent sites on a large, flat area
Excellent views, not very private
Site "E"
View of Valley? Yes
Shade? Minimal
Suitable for Larger RVs? No
Nearby Electric? No
Overlooking the valley near some trees
Reasonably private
Site "F"
View of Valley? Yes
Shade? No
Suitable for Larger RVs? Yes
Nearby Electric? No
Sloped, flat area across from Sunset Rooms parking
Not very private
Site "G"
View of Valley? Yes
Shade? No
Suitable for Larger RVs? No
Nearby Electric? No
Fairly small site right across from site H
Excellent Views
Site "H"
View of Valley? Yes
Shade? No
Suitable for Larger RVs? No
Nearby Electric? No
Next to the trailhead to the Orient Mine and Bat Cave
Not very private, excellent unobstructed views
Site "I"
View of Valley? Yes
Shade? Minimal
Suitable for Larger RVs? Yes
Nearby Electric? No
Long, semi-flat spot up on hillside
Some trees, fairly private
Site "J"
View of Valley? Yes
Shade? Minimal
Suitable for Larger RVs? Yes
Nearby Electric? No
Long, semi-flat spot up on hillside
Some trees, fairly private
Site "K"
View of Valley? Yes
Shade? No
Suitable for Larger RVs? No
Nearby Electric? No
The highest vehicle site on the hill, great views
Medium-sized site with long, uphill "driveway"
Site "L"
View of Valley? Partial
Shade? Partial
Suitable for Larger RVs? No
Nearby Electric? No
Small-medium sized site, trees at back of site
Fairly private
Site "M"
View of Valley? Partial
Shade? Minimal
Suitable for Larger RVs? No
Nearby Electric? No
Longish, medium-sized site, some trees
Somewhat private
Site "N"
View of Valley? Partial
Shade? Partial
Suitable for Larger RVs? No
Nearby Electric? No
Medium sized, surrounded by trees
Fairly private
Site "O"
View of Valley? Yes
Shade? No
Suitable for Larger RVs? No
Nearby Electric? No
Medium-sized spot, no trees, good views for east side of loop
Not very private
Site "P"
View of Valley? No
Shade? Yes
Suitable for Larger RVs? No
Nearby Electric? No
Medium-sized, nestled in the trees
Short, somewhat steep driveway, very private
Site "Q"
View of Valley? No
Shade? Yes
Suitable for Larger RVs? No
Nearby Electric? No
Large, long site, mostly in trees, closest site to ponds
Private, though near path to Soaking Pond
Sites "T - S - R"
View of Valley? Partial
Shade? No
Suitable for Larger RVs? Yes
Nearby Electric? Yes - 25-100 feet
3 adjacent sites - T next to Pavilion, S in middle, R closest to mountains
Good access to electricity, busy area, not private
Site "U"
View of Valley? No
Shade? Partial
Suitable for Larger RVs? No
Nearby Electric? No
Handicapped Parking / Camping ONLY
Adjacent to Hot Pool
Site "V"
View of Valley? No
Shade? Partial
Suitable for Larger RVs? No
Nearby Electric? Yes - 50 feet
Adjacent to Cedar cabin, close to pools
Not very private
Site "W"
View of Valley? No
Shade? Partial
Suitable for Larger RVs? Yes
Nearby Electric? Yes - 15 feet
Along the road below the Sauna, traffic during the day
Not private. Electrical outlet right at the site
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